What is Pozole?
Pozole is a traditional Mexican soup that has been around for centuries. It is usually made with hominy, pork, and chiles. It's a comforting dish that is a staple in many Mexican homes. It can be served with a variety of toppings, such as shredded lettuce, avocado, radishes, and lime wedges.
The dish has two main varieties, red and green. Red pozole is typically made with dried chiles, such as guajillo, ancho, and pasilla, while green pozole is made with green chiles, such as jalapeno, poblano, and serrano. Both are delicious, but this recipe will focus on the green variety.
Ingredients
For this green pozole recipe, you will need:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
- 1 poblano pepper, seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (29 ounces) white hominy, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
To make this green pozole, follow these steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, jalapeños, and poblano pepper and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the chicken broth, hominy, and tomatoes to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and cilantro and simmer for 5 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasonings, if desired.
- Serve the pozole warm with a lime wedge.
Nutrition
This green pozole recipe is packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals. Each serving contains:
- Calories: 240
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Vitamin A: 13%
- Vitamin C: 33%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 9%
This green pozole is a nutritious, flavorful, and comforting dish. It's a great dinner option that the whole family will love!
Serving Suggestions
This green pozole can be served with a variety of toppings, such as shredded lettuce, avocado, radishes, and lime wedges. It can also be served with tortilla chips, salsa, and a dollop of sour cream. For a heartier meal, you can add cooked rice or beans.
You can also turn this pozole into a taco filling by adding a little bit of water to the mixture and simmering until thickened. Then pile the pozole onto warm tortillas and top with your favorite taco toppings.
Conclusion
This green pozole is a delicious, nutritious, and comforting dish. It's an easy recipe to make, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve it with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
